A little about LocalMotor
Made for independent garages.
Hi, I’m Tom.
I’m a software developer based in Cornwall, and I’m the person behind LocalMotor.
I have over 12 years of experience building software and digital products across retail, e-commerce, financial technology, digital design agencies working with global brands, as well as technology startups.
I’ve always had a passion for helping independent businesses grow, and I wanted to put my experience to use building something that makes a real difference to small businesses here in the UK.
Why I started LocalMotor
Running a garage is a hands-on job. You’re busy fixing cars, looking after customers, dealing with staff and keeping the workshop moving. Finding time to build a website, manage online enquiries or figure out the latest digital tools probably isn’t high on your list.
But these days, having a good online presence matters. People want to find you easily, see what you offer and request a booking without having to pick up the phone.
I believe independent garages are an important part of our local communities, and they deserve the same opportunities to attract customers and grow as the bigger national chains.
I thought there should be an easier way to make that happen.
That’s why I started LocalMotor.
Keeping things simple
Everything a local garage needs to be found, and nothing it doesn’t.
- A professional website, built from your Google listing
- More local customers finding you and getting in touch
- Nothing new to learn, and no change to how you run your workshop
- Customers can call or message you straight from your website
- Optional booking requests for MOTs, servicing and repairs, when you want them
- No expensive agency and no commission
A real person behind it
LocalMotor isn’t a big software company. It’s a small, independent business, and I build and run it myself.
I build the software and work directly with garages, so your ideas go straight to the developer. If there’s something you’d love LocalMotor to do, just tell me.
I’m starting locally, but my ambition is to help independent garages across the UK compete and grow, without the bigger price tag.
Let’s have a chat
If you run an independent garage and think LocalMotor could be useful, I’d love to hear from you.
No hard sell. Just a friendly conversation about your business and whether I can help.